Bench Scientist
BioMedicine Design (BMD) is seeking a highly motivated Biochemist/Molecular Biologist to join Biotherapeutic Expression and Purification group (BEP) in Cambridge, MA. Qualified candidate will play an essential role in a high-energy DNA production and protein expression research laboratory.
The group supports non-GMP transient protein lead production across the companies diverse biotherapeutic discovery portfolio to enable the research units and their pre-clinical therapeutic in-vitro and in-vivo needs. The BEP DNA production and protein expression group is looking for a laboratory technician to provide DNA production support for the protein expression and purification activities in BEP.
The candidate is expected to have a strong background in molecular biology techniques and experience with nucleic acid production and analysis. The successful candidate will grow bacterial cultures and perform large-scale DNA production activities following standardized protocols.
The candidate will be a key contributor to the scientific team responsible for protein expression and purification.
location: Cambridge, Massachusettsjob type: Contract
salary: $30.00 - 33.80 per hour
work hours: 8 to 4
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:- Production of plasmid DNA to support transient recombinant protein expression.
- Conducting routine molecular biology techniques including cell transformations, day cultures, bacterial cultures, Gibson assembly, and digestions.
- Maintaining reagent and DNA inventory.
- Operate and maintain automated liquid handlers for plasmid purification, as well as downstream QC applications like NGS and DNA normalizations.
- Conducting routine DNA characterization and quality control testing using techniques such as gel electrophoresis, fragment analysis, nanodrop, endotoxin testing, and preparation of samples for sequencing analysis (Sanger and NGS).
- Maintaining daily work records in an organized electronic lab notebook. The candidate should also be proficient in using an online database for inventory management.
- Effectively communicating with team members to meet strict schedules and deadlines
Required Skills:
- Education - BS in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology
- Production of plasmid DNA
- Conducting routine molecular biology techniques
- Maintaining reagent and DNA inventory.
Preferred Skills:
- Handling Automations
- Familiarity NGS "Nanopore"
skills: Molecular Biology, Biology
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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